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Message: <blockquote data-quote="bbsam" data-source="post: 1177620" data-attributes="member: 22662"><p>But if an embassy is not a battlefield, why the expectation of a full military response?  And if an embassy is attacked, do you really believe a full scale war is worth it?  I believe all options were considered and none were immediately able to achieve the desired goal.  But considering Obama's extensive use of drones, I wouldn't doubt for a moment that intelligence is being gathered and plans are being put into place.  Remember that this was an act of terrorism and Obama may be patient, but he has been anything but weak when dealing with such acts.  I don't believe it has been forgotten but I don't see Obama telegraphing any indication to friend or foe that the attack will go unpunished.</p></blockquote><p></p>